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The Tuareg people of Algeria's Sahara Desert can be traced back to the 5th Century BC by Greek Historian, Herodotus. They are a nomadic people whose traditions and cultural practices have survived the test of time, civil wars, and an ever sedimentary trend in modern domestic societies. The men, at age 25, begin wearing an indigo blue veil and wear this garment for the remainder of their lives, hence the nickname "Blue Men of the Sahara". Tuareg people live in Lybia, Mali, Bur


Appy hour - Fresh Deglet Nour bites
So many traditional appetizers focus on heavy and filling carbs paired with some form of dairy. The classic cheese & cracker or oven-baked goodies routine may not be suitable for all dietary restrictions and can leave some guests feeling left out of the "warm-up" to the feast. Stuffed dates are an easy and healthy alternative to the hors d'oeuvres scramble providing both dietary flexibility and extraordinary taste! Not to mention, all that tasty fibre will help with digestion


Sweet Delights Series - Vegan & Gluten Free Mini Powdered Donuts
You know that sweet, tantalizing smell of sugar and cinnamon that radiates across amusement parks and fairs country wide every and all summer? You know, those tasty mini donuts that catch your nose from a distance? Now you can make and enjoy mini donuts guilt-free - without the animal products, sugar or gluten! How?? Just check out this revolutionary recipe by Natalie over at Feasting on Fruit! Using both fresh dates and date sugar in this mini donuts recipe provides the swee


Oh Canada! Gluten Free Beaver tails 4 ways!
There are several reasons why Canada is the greatest country in the world but edible beaver tails may not be the first thing that pops into your mind! Let alone, GLUTEN FREE beaver tails! Rivale Foodies has a deep appreciation of all things that make the true north a place worth celebrating all year, but we thought we'd up the ante this Canada Day long weekend! Did you know that 1 in 133 people in Canada has some kind of intolerance to gluten? These sensitivities vary from gl


The Perfect Green Smoothie Debunked!
Noticed all those green smoothies at your local coffee shops, cafes and eateries? Ever tried making your own version at home and felt the product was a bit lack lustre? Rivale Foodies has scanned the world wide web and found the greatest guide to help you perfect the art of the green smoothie at home! With this simple checklist by Beth at Simple Yummies your mind and soul will be happy and most importantly HEALTHY all summer long! Sahara Delights offers some great ingredients


Sweet Delights Series - Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Paleo and Vegan Date Squares
Ever wondered if your sweet tooth could be satisfied with something that is gluten free, dairy free, paleo, vegan and raw? The short answer is YES! With Sahara Delights all natural products, not only can "free of everything fun" foods be good for you but they might just blow your little taste buds out of the park! Although many conventional recipes call for Medjool dates, we at Rivale International are thrilled to provide a higher quality fresh date, the Deglet Nour, and dat


It's a date!
Nothing says "you're special" like a freshly baked homemade pie! Hosting a family event or attending one? Try adding some Sahara Delights fresh Deglet Nour dates and other gourmet date products into your menu! This amazing pie was made using our date paste, fresh dates and date sugar. The result? An incredibly decadent and fibre rich desert suitable for any meal plan and better yet, can easily accommodate wheat, dairy, gluten and egg free diets! Sahara Delights date paste rep